Life Enrichment Assistant/Activities - Part Time

BE PART OF SOMETHING MORE

At Hickory Point Christian Village, a part of Christian Horizons, you'll find a rewarding place to work with the satisfaction that comes from living your purpose and making a real difference in the lives of others.   You’ll find an incredible spirit in our community. It’s in the smiles of our residents and the dedication of our associates. It inspires all who share our mission – from chefs and chaplains to housekeepers and Life Enrichment Aides. Remarkable people work here and there's a place here for you.  

Christian Horizons Living has been living our mission and F.A.I.T.H. - led values for more than 60 years.  Our mission to empower older adults in mind, body, and spirit remains alive and well. 

OPPORTUNITY 

We have an opportunity for a positive, compassionate Life Enrichment Aide to be part of our exceptional care team.  The LEA enriches the lives of older adults by engaging in games and activities, elevating the dining experience and cultivating a loving, supportive environment.  The LEA will also support residents' wellbeing by keeping their surroundings clean and tidy.     

We offer:

• Competitive Wages
• PathwayPay (daily pay) – Get your pay, when you need it.
• Generous PTO Program
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life (employer paid), Short & Long Term Disability, Group Accident, and Critical Illness
• 403(b) & Flex Spending
• Employee Assistant Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts and Other Perks

• Provide personal care to enhance resident function and wellbeing as needed (i.e.: bathing, toileting, dressing, etc.).
• Assist in the daily activities program and ensure resident involvement.
• Serve meals to residents according to corporate policies.
• Maintain a clean and odor-free environment for the residents.
• Assist with special events as requested, including parties, support groups, and outings.
• Greet visitors with a positive attitude and a smile.
• Gather, wash, and distribute resident laundry.
• Ensure quality customer service to the residents, families, staff, and all customers the house serves.
• Function as part of an interdisciplinary team to provide quality care to all residents.
• Foster self-respect and a feeling of worth in each resident by consistent kindness, understanding, and patience in their care.
• Organize and maintain all records necessary.
• Use proper care of equipment and waste disposal procedures in accordance with corporate policies and procedures.
• Consistently work cooperatively with residents, staff, volunteers, and families to ensure residents are receiving the best quality care.
• Attend and participate in continuing education programs designed to keep abreast of changes in the profession.
• Participate in in-service training classes as required.
• Observe all community policies and procedures, including but not limited to safety, infection control, residents’ rights, and those contained in the employee handbook.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all protected health information whether electronic, written, or oral exposed to either during the course of assigned duties or as a result of an incidental disclosure.
• Applies the minimum necessary standard in all matters related to residents’ protected health information.

• 18 years of age required.
• A strong desire to serve the elderly required.
• Able to follow written and oral directions.
• Ability to work independently.
• Possess the ability to communicate effectively and deal tactfully with personnel, residents, families, and visitors.
• Pass background check before and during employment, as defined by Christian Horizons’ background check policy, with no disqualifications by committing or attempting to commit one or more of the offenses defined within.